Here, in Wisconsin, we’ve got colder temperatures for at least 6 months of the year – and I do mean cold. So, when the weather finally warms up, we like to spend as much time outdoors as possible – working, relaxing, entertaining, playing. And that’s why outdoor living space is just as important in colder climates as it is in warmer climates. We pack a whole year’s worth of enjoyment into a handful of fleeting months. And with the current state of our economy, it makes good fiscal sense to invest some vacation money quite literally in our own backyards.
So what does that mean – “outdoor living space?” Well, what began as a simple deck or patio, is taken a bit further. Main living areas that you find inside your home – such as a kitchen, dining area, and living room - are given their own distinct spaces outside. Just as you use design and décor to create a certain ambiance in your home, extend that sense of comfort, beauty, and utility, to your backyard. You’re not just a home owner, you’re a property owner – and that includes your backyard. It, too, is part of your investment, and becomes all the more valuable when you add value to it.
Outdoor living spaces can be simple or elaborate, small or grand, sophisticated or casual. One thing they should never be is boring. With so many options for decks, patios, plants, fencing, privacy screens, pergolas, arbors, gazebos, furnishings, lighting, and more, your backyard can be transformed from boring to blissful.
Now, whenever you consider a home improvement project, keep in mind the range of property values within your neighborhood. You may have elaborate plans, but a modest neighborhood may not allow you to see big returns on your investment when you eventually prepare to sell. If you have questions or concerns about over-improving your property, consult with an experienced real estate agent. We can give you an idea of your property’s current market value, both with and without your planned improvements.
And remember, you don’t have to complete every project for your backyard dreamscape this year. Create your overall plan and take steps to achieve it, one mini-project at a time.
So what does that mean – “outdoor living space?” Well, what began as a simple deck or patio, is taken a bit further. Main living areas that you find inside your home – such as a kitchen, dining area, and living room - are given their own distinct spaces outside. Just as you use design and décor to create a certain ambiance in your home, extend that sense of comfort, beauty, and utility, to your backyard. You’re not just a home owner, you’re a property owner – and that includes your backyard. It, too, is part of your investment, and becomes all the more valuable when you add value to it.
Outdoor living spaces can be simple or elaborate, small or grand, sophisticated or casual. One thing they should never be is boring. With so many options for decks, patios, plants, fencing, privacy screens, pergolas, arbors, gazebos, furnishings, lighting, and more, your backyard can be transformed from boring to blissful.
Now, whenever you consider a home improvement project, keep in mind the range of property values within your neighborhood. You may have elaborate plans, but a modest neighborhood may not allow you to see big returns on your investment when you eventually prepare to sell. If you have questions or concerns about over-improving your property, consult with an experienced real estate agent. We can give you an idea of your property’s current market value, both with and without your planned improvements.
And remember, you don’t have to complete every project for your backyard dreamscape this year. Create your overall plan and take steps to achieve it, one mini-project at a time.
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